Julian Lage

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Julian Lage

Learn how to build solo guitar-based compositions

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Jazz guitarist Julian Lage shares a study in orchestration for solo guitar

Julian Lage

Learn to explore the guitar's range with these wide-reaching jazz licks

By Julian Lage published

In my early days as a guitar player, I played a Fender Stratocaster and my father played a Telecaster.

All that jazz: how to expand your compositional creativity and play Splendor Riot

By Julian Lage published

Julian Lage teaches you how to think outside the box with your guitar-based compositions

How "Free Exploration" Can Inspire New Compositional Creations

By Julian Lage published

Hone in on your toolbox and develop gestures and sounds that represent what is unique about you as a guitarist.

Ensemble-Oriented Composing, and How to Play "Atlantic Limited"

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Julian Lage teaches an important skill for any guitarist—how to "sit out" and let the rhythm section take the lead.

Thematic Development, and How to Play "Atlantic Limited"

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Learn some more about thematic development from Julian Lage.

Riffing in 6/8, and How to Play "The Ramble"

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Learn how to play in 6/8 from our new columnist, Julian Lage!

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